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Israeli PM Netanyahu undergoes ‘successful’ hernia surgery
Jerusalem: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu underwent successful surgery for a hernia on Sunday, at a time when discontent is growing against his government amid a bloody conflict with Hamas in Gaza.…
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Photos: Aerial view of Makkah’s Grand Mosque during Ramzan 2024
The lens of the Saudi Press Agency (SPA) captured the seamless movement of visitors at the Grand Mosque in Makkah during the holy month of Ramzan 1445 AH-2024. From a height of 1,000 meters…
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Photos: Spiritual atmosphere at Grand Mosque during Ramzan
Millions of worshippers experiencing the holy month of Ramzan at the Grand Mosque find a profound spiritual atmosphere filled with reverence. Umrah performers carry out their rituals with serenity, raising their hands…
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Abu Dhabi’s Big Ticket draw announces operations halt
The largest and longest-running raffle draw in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries, Abu Dhabi’s Big Ticket has announced a temporary pause to its operations from Monday, April 1. The move aligns…
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Volunteers worked over 3.5L hrs at Prophet’s Mosque in Ramzan
At least 3,355 volunteers across 28 different entities have contributed 358,071 hours in the service of the Prophet’s Mosque during the first 15 days of Ramzan. This contribution was coordinated by the…
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Emirates to launch branded residences with exclusive airport?
Dubai-based Emirates Airlines on Monday, April 1, revealed plans to construct its own branded residences as an April Fool’s prank Taking to X, the airline shared a illustrative image of the tower…
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US, Israel to hold virtual meet on Rafah operations today
Tel Aviv: The US and Israel will hold a virtual meeting of senior officials regarding the Rafah operations. The meeting will be held later on Monday. The US side is likely to…
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36 Palestinians killed in overnight Israeli strikes across Gaza
Gaza: At least 36 Palestinians were killed and dozens others wounded in overnight Israeli strikes across the Gaza Strip, Palestinian sources said. In the town of Bani Suhaila, east of Khan Younis,…
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UAE announces Eid Al-Fitr holidays for public sector
The government of United Arab Emirates (UAE) on Sunday, March 31, announced a one-week holidays for public sector employees to mark Eid Al-Fitr 1445 AH-2024. The employees will get holidays from Monday,…
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Indians travelling to UAE can use PhonePe to make UPI payments
PhonePe, a leading Indian fintech application, has announced that users travelling to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) can now make payments using UPI at Mashreq’s NEOPAY terminals. The collaboration is facilitated through…
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‘I Am Unique’: 1st cinematic film shows uniqueness of Holy Kaaba
Riyadh: The General Authority for the Care of the Affairs of the Grand Mosque and the Prophet’s Mosque has launched a first cinematic film entitled “I Am Unique,” that showcases the clear…
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Red Crescent handles 29K emergency cases in Makkah so far in Ramzan
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s Red Crescent Authority (SRCA) medical teams deployed in the Makkah region have dealth with 29,427 emergency cases in the holy capital in the first 19 days of…
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Mumbai-Doha flight: Akasa Air begins international operations
India’s fastest-growing new airline, Akasa Air, commenced its international operations with the flight departing from Mumbai to Doha, Qatar. The inaugural flight departed from Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport in Mumbai on…
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New attraction in UAE: Al Hefaiyah Lake opens in Sharjah
Sharjah: Sheikh Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, inaugurated Al Hefaiyah Lake in Kalba on Saturday. Sheikh Sultan bin Mohammed bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Crown Prince…
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Saudi Arabia set to host Gulf Cinema Festival, check details
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s capital city Riyadh is all set to host the fourth edition of the Gulf Cinema Festival (GCF) from April 14 to 18. The festival, organised by the…
